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91¿ìÉ«to inspire future sports journalists and pundits with free public masterclass
The 91¿ìÉ« hopes to inspire the next generation of budding sports hacks by inviting the public along to experience a half-day journalism masterclass.

Student completes 24-hour cycle challenge for cancer charity
Third-year undergraduate student, Keely Smith, has raised over £500 for Cancer Research UK after completing a day-long, fixed bike cycle at the 91¿ìÉ«.

Language alumnus awarded prestigious PhD dissertation prize
A recent graduate who completed a PhD with the 91¿ìÉ« has won first prize in an esteemed language assessment industry award scheme with a prize of £4,000.

Universities to evaluate effectiveness of multi-agency child safeguarding reforms
A new research project being conducted by the 91¿ìÉ« and King’s College London is now underway to assess the effectiveness of multi-agency safeguarding reforms and whether they reflect the needs of children, young people and their families.

Midwifery graduates awarded by NHS England for exceptional work
Two 91¿ìÉ« alumni have been awarded the prestigious NHS Chief Midwife Officer’s Silver Award, presented to midwives for exceeding the expectations of their everyday role.

‘Aliens’ invade 91¿ìÉ«campus
The 91¿ìÉ« was recently the location for an exciting ‘alien invasion’, as students and alumni from various creative courses took part in a collaborative showcase event.

91¿ìÉ«celebrates inspirational academics on International Women’s Day
Today (8th March) marks International Women’s Day (IWD) and across the 91¿ìÉ«, staff and students are joining in the global annual celebration to recognise the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women around the world.

91¿ìÉ«and Council announce civic agreement to benefit Luton
Luton Council and the 91¿ìÉ« signed an agreement on 7th March 2023, signalling a commitment to working together to support local goals for the transformation of the town and its people.

91¿ìÉ«celebrates glowing Ofsted Apprenticeship inspection
The 91¿ìÉ« is celebrating a glowing report following an Ofsted inspection of its apprenticeship programme.

Sarfraz Manzoor announced as 91¿ìÉ« Chancellor
The 91¿ìÉ« is pleased to announce that Sarfraz Manzoor – author, broadcaster and screenwriter– will be the University’s new Chancellor.

Bedfordshire alumnus shares journey to FIFA football role
A 91¿ìÉ« alumnus has shared his inspirational story of working as a football analyst for the sport's governing body FIFA.

Bedfordshire celebrates award-winning Open Day
The 91¿ìÉ« is celebrating after being crowned winners at this year’s Eventeer Awards by vFairs.